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Wheel Excavator Safety
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LEARN THE SIGNAL WORDS USED WITH THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
The words
"CAUTION"
,
"WARNING"
, and
"DANGER"
used throughout this manual and on decals on the
machine indicate degree of risk of hazards or unsafe practices. All three degrees of risk indicate that safety
is involved. Observe precautions indicated whenever you see the Safety Alert "Triangle," no matter which
signal word appears next to the "Exclamation Point" symbol.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
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This is the Safety Alert Symbol. Wherever it appears in this manual or on safety signs on the
machine you should be alert to the potential for personal injury or accidents. Always observe
safety precautions and follow recommended procedures.
CAUTION!
Indicates potential of a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against a generally unsafe practice.
WARNING!
Indicates potential of a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or
death. It may also be used to alert against a highly unsafe practice.
DANGER!
Indicates imminent hazard of a situation that, if not avoided, is very likely to cause death or
extremely serious injury. It may also be used to alert against equipment that may explode or
detonate if handled or treated carelessly.
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